Coronated in Nashville, Tennessee, The Crown Jewels are comprised of British singer, songwriter Gayle Davidson, Australian Drummer Ben Jackson, Nashville-based pianist Daniel Hosny, Nashville-based producer-songwriter, guitarist Ryan Yingst and Nashville bass player Alex Hodge.
Gayle cut her teeth on the Jazz cabaret circuit in London, performing on stages alongside Lenny Beige (The Lenny Beige Show), Robbie Williams, and Sasha Baron Cohen and later in clubs and restaurants in New York and Los Angeles. Settling in Music City in 2017, Davidson joined forces with Drummer Jackson athrough their mutual love for Jazz Lounge & Madonna. Jackson grew up in Melbourne, Australia and has years of experience on stage as a DJ & performer. Jackson is a diamond drummer and swings like an absolute king. Adding some magnificent sparkle to the band, Texan native Hosny has over 12 years of experience as a session player, teacher and performs as a dazzling virtuoso. Layering on the guitar shimmer, Yingst, originally from Pennsylvania, a singer-songwriter/ producer playing all over Nashville with bands, solo performing covers and his original music. He also has a cute cat called Bones. The Latest addition to the crown is seasoned Nashville bass player Alex Hodge. Alex began his journey as a trumpet player and a session player on the Nashville circuit, as well as teaching. Hodge is the orb of the crown.
The Crown Jewels are the perfect sprinkling for any occasion. Cocktail parties, corporate events, weddings, birthdays, fine dining and much more.